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Betsy the Long Travel Expedition Tacoma Build

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by stroM-, Apr 29, 2010.

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  1. Apr 29, 2010 at 10:47 AM
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    Hey TW! Meet Betsy... [latest updates always on last page]

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    Photo Dump: Betsy the Long Travel Expedition Tacoma Build

    Engine & Drivetrain
    4.0L V6 Auto
    TRD Rear E-Locker
    Rear Differential Breather

    Suspension
    All-Pro Off Road High Clearance 2+ Long Travel Kit
    All-Pro Off Road Expedition Leaf Spring Pack
    All-Pro Off Road U-Bolt Flip Kit
    FOX 2.5 Remote Resi Front Shocks
    FOX DSC 2.5 Resi Rear Shocks
    Timbren Industries Front & Rear Bumpstops

    Wheels & Tires
    (5) SCS SR8's 17" All Black ErryThaangg
    (5) 37x12.5x17 Falken Wild Peak MTs

    Armor
    Brute Force Fab Bumper w/Summit Hoops
    Brute Force Fab High Clearance Rear Bumper + Dual Swing Outs
    All-Pro APEX IFS Skid Plate
    All-Pro APEX Trans/Mid Skid
    All-Pro APEX T-Case Skid (w/exhaust re-route for flat belly)
    All-Pro Rock Sliders w/Kick out

    Recovery
    Smitty Built 9,500lb Gen2 Winch
    100' Masterpull Synthetic Winch Line
    Factor55 1.5" Fairlead & Flatlink
    ARB Tree Saver & Winch Straps
    Set of Maxtraxs

    Lighting
    Iggy Corp LED Pods - Driving Combo (Front Bumper)
    Iggy Corp LED Pods - Amber Flood (Front Bumper)
    Iggy Corp LED Pods - Diffused (Rear Bumper)
    Iggy Corp 40" Single Row LED Bar - Spot (Front Runner Rack)

    Other/Miscellaneous
    All-Pro Bed Rack
    Tepui Autana RTT + Annex
    Tepui 4ft Awning
    Tepui 6ft Awning
    Trimmed Fenders 2.5"
    Hilux Safari Snorkel
    FrontRunner Roof Rack
    SnoMaster Console Fridge + 66L Dual Zone in Bed

    www.AlterEgoAdventure.com
     
    Last edited: May 9, 2018
    stroM-, Apr 29, 2010
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  2. Apr 29, 2010 at 11:39 AM
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    Hey jason how are you gunna stuff 315/75/16's? And which cb radio did you order?
     
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  3. Apr 29, 2010 at 11:43 AM
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    Wow, that prerunner was badass looking. The new one looks great too though! look forward to seein its progress!
     
    cgs2k2, Apr 29, 2010
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  4. Apr 29, 2010 at 11:44 AM
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    A lot of

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    and i ended up with the Cobra 18WXSTII 40-Channel CB Radio with 10 NOAA Weather Channels
     
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  5. Apr 29, 2010 at 11:44 AM
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    sounds like a good build in the works
     
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  6. Apr 29, 2010 at 11:46 AM
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    Got to see it last night, looks good so far. Can't wait to see the final product.
     
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  7. Apr 29, 2010 at 12:06 PM
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    cant wait to c jason actually wheel a 4x4 taco
     
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  8. Apr 29, 2010 at 12:08 PM
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    you got the best color!
     
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  9. Apr 29, 2010 at 12:08 PM
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    I know ive been stuck in 2wd for the past 5 years...... :(
     
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  10. Apr 29, 2010 at 12:13 PM
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    yea but now your free
     
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  11. Apr 29, 2010 at 4:16 PM
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    Your bumper didn't come yet?! Looks good though can't wait to see it all and enjoy 4x4!
     
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  12. Apr 30, 2010 at 10:25 AM
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    ^ I know, this bumper thing has been crazy. I ordered on March 29th.... But All Pro has been pretty good about returning my emails. The actually are all sold out of there bumpers and have some on order from there manufacturer, so maybe another 2-3 weeks ive been told :(
     
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  13. Apr 30, 2010 at 11:14 AM
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    smart decision.........................
     
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  14. Apr 30, 2010 at 11:20 AM
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    Due to not having my bumper in time, i am not going to be able to run 315's... Instead im going with 295/75/16's. We'll see how they look soon! Installing my lift tonight, everything should be done by the end of the weekend.
     
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  15. Apr 30, 2010 at 11:23 AM
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    295 will look awesome
     
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  16. Apr 30, 2010 at 4:04 PM
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    That's cool man how come you just don't wait and get the 315's that you wanted originally?
     
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  17. Apr 30, 2010 at 4:28 PM
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    I think 35's would be too big honestly.
     
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  18. Apr 30, 2010 at 4:50 PM
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    Your truck is gonna look sick with all that stuff done to it.
     
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  19. Apr 30, 2010 at 5:19 PM
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    go with the 295's
     
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  20. Apr 30, 2010 at 7:24 PM
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